pelerine
Definition
Noun: - A garment, typically a woman's short cape or shoulder covering, often with a pointed or rounded shape, worn as a fashion accessory or for warmth.
Usage Examples
- (A short cape covering the shoulders and upper back.)
- (A classic shoulder garment from historical fashion.)
Advanced Usage
- "pelerine" is often used in historical or fashion contexts to describe a specific style of cape popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, distinct from a full-length cloak.
- The pelerine was a staple of Victorian fashion, frequently seen in portraits of the era. (A common accessory in historical dress.)
Variants and Related Words
- Pelerine (n): no common variants; the term is largely unchanged in English.
- Cape (n): a similar but often longer garment; a pelerine is a specific type of short cape.
- The pelerine is shorter than a typical cape, often ending at the waist. (A distinction in garment length.)
Synonyms
- Shoulder cape: a cape designed to cover only the shoulders.
- Mantle: a loose cloak or shawl, sometimes used interchangeably but generally larger.
Related Idioms
No common idioms are associated with "pelerine," as it is a specialized fashion term.